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Bangalore weather in May (Karnataka, India)

Wondering what the weather is like in Bangalore, India during May? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Bangalore includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 33°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 22°C.

Precipitation

Bangalore in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Typically, about 6 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month enjoys around 242 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

For Bangalore itself, January, February, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Bangalore, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 48%  
SunshineSunshine 242 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit India, check out our Bangalore's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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